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Snowgirl · Feb-11-2012, 11:19 AM #1

So, we are having a snowstorm. Following directions found in the latest issue of Outdoor Photography Canada magazine I used a woollen toque as my snowflake catcher / set and proceeded to shoot four images (handheld) at ISO 200, f/11, 1/500, focusing on various quadrants of the snowflake.

I downloaded a trial version of Zyrene stacker and assembled the images.
Then, I imported the result into Photoshop (CS5) where I did some minor curves adjustments and added a bit of sharpening. Below is the result. C&C always welcomed.

Lord Vetinari · Feb-11-2012, 10:00 PM #2

Afraid it looks a bit of a mess to me. Can't see much structure in the snow at all. Could you see any snow flakes when you were taking the shots ?
Brian V.

Snowgirl · Feb-11-2012, 11:34 PM #3

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Originally Posted by Lord Vetinari

Afraid it looks a bit of a mess to me. Can't see much structure in the snow at all. Could you see any snow flakes when you were taking the shots ?
Brian V.

I could see individual flakes (the largest white 'blob' in the middle) and some of the crystal structure around the edges, but despite focusing on each individual quadrant, I suspect it's a camera shake issue more than anything. I will try again next storm with the tripod. Handheld is obviously out of the question for me. Thanks for looking, though.

Paul Iddon · Feb-12-2012, 02:45 AM #4

Remember too Ceci that the lens is probably the hardest to master, so perseverance is key. Wish I had one to play with though...

Paul.

Snowgirl · Feb-12-2012, 07:50 AM #5

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Originally Posted by Paul Iddon

Remember too Ceci that the lens is probably the hardest to master, so perseverance is key. Wish I had one to play with though...

Paul.

Thanks Paul. Appreciate the sentiment.

LindaB · Feb-12-2012, 01:41 PM #6

It really is a very hard lens to master. I recently sold mine because I didnt have the time nor the patience to perservere with it lol. I much prefer the 100mm macro to use, its so much easier lol.

Keep trying though - if you are determined enough, I am sure you will master it (unlike me lol).

Linda

Snowgirl · Feb-13-2012, 05:20 AM #7

Thanks Linda. Hopefully the mental exercise will forestall dementia - or maybe cause it?

PappyRoot · Feb-15-2012, 09:40 PM #8

I like it. I agree that handheld set you back. I feel using a tripot would of made it for you.


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Feb-11-2012, 11:19 AM #1
Snowgirl ^OP Major grins Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Picadilly, NB, Canada Posts: 2,143	First Focus Stack experiment - a snowflake So, we are having a snowstorm. Following directions found in the latest issue of Outdoor Photography Canada magazine I used a woollen toque as my snowflake catcher / set and proceeded to shoot four images (handheld) at ISO 200, f/11, 1/500, focusing on various quadrants of the snowflake. I downloaded a trial version of Zyrene stacker and assembled the images. Then, I imported the result into Photoshop (CS5) where I did some minor curves adjustments and added a bit of sharpening. Below is the result. C&C always welcomed. __________________ Creating visual and verbal images that resonate with you. http://www.imagesbyceci.com http://www.facebook.com/ImagesByCeci Picadilly, NB, Canada

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Lord Vetinari Smugbug Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Worthing Sussex UK Posts: 10,237	Afraid it looks a bit of a mess to me. Can't see much structure in the snow at all. Could you see any snow flakes when you were taking the shots ? Brian V. __________________ Brian V. http://www.flickr.com/photos/lordv/ http://www.lordv.smugmug.com/

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Paul Iddon Major grins Join Date: May 2007 Location: Preston, Lancashire, England Posts: 2,484	Remember too Ceci that the lens is probably the hardest to master, so perseverance is key. Wish I had one to play with though... Paul. __________________ Link to my personal website: http://www.pauliddon.co.uk Canon Users Only Website: http://www.canon-fodder-forums.com/

Feb-12-2012, 01:41 PM #6
LindaB Big grins Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Surrey, UK Posts: 41	It really is a very hard lens to master. I recently sold mine because I didnt have the time nor the patience to perservere with it lol. I much prefer the 100mm macro to use, its so much easier lol. Keep trying though - if you are determined enough, I am sure you will master it (unlike me lol). Linda __________________ http://lindabuckell.zenfolio.com/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/dragonwings55/

Feb-13-2012, 05:20 AM #7
Snowgirl ^OP Major grins Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Picadilly, NB, Canada Posts: 2,143	Thanks Linda. Hopefully the mental exercise will forestall dementia - or maybe cause it? __________________ Creating visual and verbal images that resonate with you. http://www.imagesbyceci.com http://www.facebook.com/ImagesByCeci Picadilly, NB, Canada

Feb-15-2012, 09:40 PM #8
PappyRoot Major grins Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Love living in Provo, Utah Posts: 174	I like it. I agree that handheld set you back. I feel using a tripot would of made it for you. __________________ Sometimes, it is better to be kind than to be right. We do not need an intelligent mind that speaks, but a patient heart that listens. Unknown ************* irpappyroot2.photoshop.com My flickr Account


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